Compliance Updates

VIXIO GamblingCompliance announces 2020 Global Regulatory Awards shortlist

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5 years ago

October 1, 2020

George Miller

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VIXIO GamblingCompliance announces 2020 Global Regulatory Awards shortlist

Today, VIXIO GamblingCompliance unveiled the shortlist for their Global Regulatory Awards (GRA). Now in their fourth year, the VIXIO GRAs recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, teams and businesses who have excelled in the field of compliance, corporate social responsibility and responsible gambling over the course of the year.

This year’s shortlist showcases a host of progressive businesses, all who have demonstrated their ability to adapt to an increasingly complex regulatory environment, to innovate, and embrace safer gambling.

Mike Woolfrey, CEO, VIXIO, said “This year has been one of the most competitive years yet, with the judges having to consider hundreds of entries to shortlist finalists across 18 categories. Every year the standard gets higher as the industry moves to an ever-greater culture of compliance. Our judging process is extremely rigorous and the awards are hotly contested, so being shortlisted is a highly significant achievement. Whilst this year we are disappointed we won’t be able to host our black-tie gala dinner, we are looking forward to announcing the winners at our virtual event, which everyone can join to celebrate the industry’s achievements”.

Robert Chvatal, CEO, SAZKA Group, said: “Congratulations to all those shortlisted. The operational excellence, innovation and commitment to drive up standards demonstrated by those shortlisted is a really positive sign for the future of the industry. We are delighted to be partnering with VIXIO GamblingCompliance on these hugely important awards and we look forward to seeing who emerges as winners on 29 October”

Due to on-going safety concerns around COVID-19, this year’s presentation of the 2020 VIXIO Global Regulatory Award winners will take place via an online live stream, broadcast globally on 29, October at 16:00 GMT. To find out more, including how to register, go to: gamblingcomplianceawards.com

Award for Commitment to Compliance by An Affiliate Company

AskGamblers
Better Collective
Bojoko
Gambling.com Group
iBet Directory
Little Star Media

Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution to Responsible Gambling

Amina Norgosanow, Videslots
David Caruana, Kindred Group
Jon Duffy, Genting Casino UK
Stefania Colombo, IGT

Best Regulatory Lawyer or Law Firm of the Year

CMS
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Herzog Fox & Neeman
Mishcon de Reya Betting & Gaming Group
Pinsent Masons LLP
Tommaso di Chio, Kambi
WH Partners

Best Regulatory Lawyer or Law Firm of the Year

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Paul Hasting LLP

Chief Compliance Officer of the Year

Jon Duffy, Genting Casinos UK
Ori Monheit, Skywind Group
Sissel Weitzhandler, Play’n GO
Yurri Shevchuk, Parimatch

Chief Executive Officer of the Year

David Briggs, GeoComply
Giovanni Garrisi, Stanleybet Group
Phil Horne, Scientific Games UK
Sergey Portnov, Parimatch

Compliance Innovator or Innovation of the Year

BetConstruct
Gamalyze, Mindway AI
Genesis Global Limited
Location Validator App, GeoGuard
GiG Comply
Stoiximan / Betano Group

Compliance Officer of the Year

Adam Torres, San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission
Emma O’Neil, Sky Betting & Gaming
Ewout Wierda, VideoSlots
Jennifer Aguiar, DraftKings
Keith Caruana, Play’n GO
Mark Halstead, iSoftBet

Compliance Outstanding Achievement Award

iSoftBet
Kindred Group
Paysafe Group
Skywind Group

Award for Commitment to Compliance by An Affiliate Company

IGT Compliance Team
iSoftBet Compliance Team
NOVOMATIC AG Compliance Team
Paysafe Group Compliance Team
People’s Postcode Lottery Compliance Team
Play’n GO Compliance Team
Playtech Compliance Team
Sky Betting and Gaming Compliance Team

Head of AML/MLRO or AML Team of the Year

Anti-Fraud Legal and Compliance Team, Estoril Sol Digital
AML Team, Genting Casinos UK
Group Compliance Team, Paysafe Group
Jonathan Galea, VideoSlots

Head of Regulatory Affairs/Government Relations

Jon Duffy, Genting Casinos UK
Kimberley Broad, Microgaming
Lindsay Slader, GeoComply
Malcolm Fleming, People’s Postcode Lottery
Martin Lycka, GVC Group
Pablo Espuela, Luckia Games
Sabine Stoppel, NOVOMATIC AG

In-House Counsel/Legal Team of the Year

Andrei Andronic, Playson
GVC Group Legal Team
Nicole Metzgar-Schall, Sportradar
NOVOMATIC AG Legal Team
Riva Richard, Pollard Banknote Limited
Skywind Group Legal Team
William Hill Group Legal Team

In-House Counsel/Legal Team of the Year

ECOMMPAY
Passport Technology
Paysafe Group
LexisNexis Risk Solutions
Trustly
Worldpay

RegTech Provider of the Year

GeoComply
IDnow
iovation
SBTech
Trulioo
w2 Global Data

Responsible Approach to Advertising Award

32 Red / Kindred Group
Catena Media
NetBet Enterprises
Stoiximan / Betano Group
William Hill

Rising Star Award

Denisa Bialá, Play’n GO
Erica Okerberg, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Esther Scheepers, Kindred Group
Hayley Doherty, Sky Betting & Gaming
Joonas Karhu, Bojoko
Melissa Shuba, BMM Testlabs
Zlatan Omerspahić, Nsoft

Compliance Lifetime Achievement Special Award

To be announced

Compliance Updates

REEVO Obtains Certification in Portugal

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17 hours ago

March 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

REEVO, the fast-growing online game provider, announced that its portfolio of in-house games has officially been certified for the Portuguese market, marking another important milestone in the company’s ongoing expansion across Europe’s regulated iGaming sector.

With certification secured, REEVO games are now approved for licensed operators in Portugal, enabling the company to introduce its innovative slot titles and immersive gameplay experiences to players across the country.

Portugal represents one of Europe’s most respected regulated markets, and the certification underscores REEVO’s commitment to delivering high-quality, compliant gaming content that meets the strict requirements of regulated jurisdictions while maintaining the creativity and performance that define the REEVO brand.

Portuguese operators will now gain access to:

• REEVO’s premium portfolio of in-house slot games

• High-performance, mobile-first gameplay

• Innovative features designed to enhance player engagement

• Fully certified and regulator-approved content

“Achieving certification in Portugal is an exciting milestone for REEVO and an important step in our European growth strategy. We are thrilled to bring our in-house games to Portuguese operators and players, continuing our mission to deliver engaging, high-quality content across regulated markets,” said Karl Grech, Head of Business Development at REEVO.

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Compliance Updates

UKGC Appoints Sue Young as its Executive Director of Operations

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17 hours ago

March 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has appointed Sue Young as its new Executive Director of Operations.

Sue joins the Commission from HMRC where she was Director of Debt Management. She brings extensive leadership experience from across the public sector, including senior roles at the Home Office, including Border Force and HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services and the Department of Health and Social Care.

As Executive Director for Operations, Sue will lead a number of the Commission’s operational functions as the regulator continues its work to keep gambling safer, fairer and crime free.

Sarah Gardner, Acting Chief Executive, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Sue to the Gambling Commission. There is a great deal of important work underway across our operational teams, not least our continued focus on tackling the illegal market and delivering strong regulatory outcomes. Sue brings a wealth of operational leadership experience and I’m very much looking forward to working with her.”

Sue Young said: “I’m excited to be joining the Gambling Commission and to be learning about a new sector. The Commission plays an important role in protecting consumers and ensuring gambling is conducted fairly and safely. I’m looking forward to building on the significant work already underway across the organisation.”

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Fanatics Betting and Gaming Appoints Alex Smith as its Chief Legal Officer

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17 hours ago

March 18, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Fanatics Betting and Gaming has announced the appointments of Alex Smith to the position of Chief Legal Officer and Sara Tait to Senior Vice President and Head of Legal and Regulated Industries.

Reporting to Fanatics Betting and Gaming CEO Matt King, Smith will be a member of the FBG executive team and lead legal, regulatory, compliance, and government affairs strategy for the company’s rapidly growing sports betting and iGaming division. Smith Joined FBG in 2021 as VP of Legal and Regulatory Compliance and spearheaded the fastest state by state roll out for Fanatics Sportsbook in the history of U.S. sports betting.

“Alex was one of our first hires and he helped build our legal and regulatory apparatus that has allowed us to launch products rapidly in legal sports betting, iCasino and prediction markets. As we continue to grow, Alex is the perfect person to lead our legal and regulatory functions into the future,” said Matt King, CEO of Fanatics Betting and Gaming.

Reporting to Alex Smith, Tait will have wide responsibilities spanning multiple strategic subject matters within FBG, specifically serving as legal counsel to the regulated gaming and markets products. She is responsible for developing and managing FBG’s relationships with federal and state regulators; contributing to government affairs efforts and strategic industry initiatives; furthering FBG’s consumer protection measures; and maintaining licenses and registrations with federal and state oversight bodies.

“Sara is a well-respected former gaming regulator who also has experience in the private sector, making her the ideal choice to lead critical legal and regulatory efforts. The legal and regulatory landscape for sports betting, iCasino and prediction markets are constantly changing and having someone that has been on both sides of the regulatory landscape will be invaluable to us as we continue our growth trajectory,” said Smith.

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